NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Racing Louisville W defeated North Carolina Courage W 3:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by E. Sears 49′, M. Matsukubo 55′, K. Fischer 59′, E. Sears 79′. 2 yellow cards were shown. North Carolina Courage W had 67% possession while Racing Louisville W held 33%. North Carolina Courage W had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Racing Louisville W. North Carolina Courage W made 4 substitutions, Racing Louisville W made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between North Carolina Courage W and Racing Louisville W — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Fischer
assist: R. Jackson
assist: K. O'Kane
Match Statistics
North Carolina Courage W had 67% possession against Racing Louisville W's 33%. North Carolina Courage W registered 17 shots (5 on target) while Racing Louisville W managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 3–15.
Lineups
North Carolina Courage W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Nathan Thackeray, while Racing Louisville W deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Beverly Goebel Yanez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 7.01, compared to 6.68 for Racing Louisville W. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. North Carolina Courage W's highest-rated starter is N. Jacobs (7.45), while Racing Louisville W's best-rated player is T. Flint (7.26).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 3 goals and 5 assists this season, led by M. Matsukubo (2G). Racing Louisville W's starters account for 6 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by T. Flint (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
North Carolina Courage W deploy 3 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Racing Louisville W's 4-man backline averaging 6.36. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
North Carolina Courage W field 7 midfielders averaging 7.12, versus Racing Louisville W's 5 rated 6.82. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
North Carolina Courage W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.50, compared to 1 for Racing Louisville W averaging 6.74. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 81% for North Carolina Courage W and 67% for Racing Louisville W. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
North Carolina Courage W's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for Racing Louisville W. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of North Carolina Courage W's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: S. Koyama (20), oldest: D. Weatherholt (31)), while Racing Louisville W average 25.4 (youngest: M. Morris (23), oldest: J. Bloomer (28)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
North Carolina Courage W's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 8 for Racing Louisville W. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Nathan Thackeray
Substitutes
Coach: Beverly Goebel Yanez
Rivalry since 2021
North Carolina Courage W vs Racing Louisville W Head to Head Results· 14
North Carolina Courage W and Racing Louisville W have met 14 times — North Carolina Courage W won 12, Racing Louisville W won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. North Carolina Courage W leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 46 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.29 per match (35 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (64%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (71%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. North Carolina Courage W are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, North Carolina Courage W have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Racing Louisville W show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026